About Columbus
The surname Columbus is of Latin origin and is derived from the Latin word "columba," meaning "dove." It is believed to have originated as a nickname or an occupational name for someone who either kept doves or had a gentle and peaceful nature resembling that of a dove. The surname Columbus is most famously associated with the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus, who is credited with discovering America.
The surname Columbus is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Columbus based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Columbus is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Columbus in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Columbus using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.